Larry Dale McKinnerney Jr.
Keller TX ***** / 901-***-**** / ad3dvo@r.postjobfree.com
Objective A challenging leadership position maximizing my skill sets and leadership abilities to diversify, grow, and advance my leadership career
Education Bachelor of Science in Professional Aeronautics/Aviation Business Administration, Associates in Science in Aircraft Maintenance Management Professional
Certifications Airframe and Powerplant license (A&P) Federal Communications Commission license (FCC GROL) FAA Organizational Designated Airworthiness Representative (ODAR) Lean Six Sigma Green Belt
Skills Change Management / Leadership
Program / Project Management
Policy & Procedure / Standards Development
Quality Audits / Regulatory & Procedural Compliance Data Analysis / Continual Improvement
Automation / Technology Integration
Supplier / Contract Management
Training Development / Delivery
Briefing, negotiating, and working with senior leadership, federal regulators, and customer representatives
Interpreting changes to policies / laws, and updates to governing manuals Business Administration / Customer Service
Professional
Experience Sr. Manager, MX Programs Quality & Standards, Southwest Airlines Mar 22 to Jan 24
Responsible for the overall management, development, administration and compliance oversight of the Boeing 737 scheduled maintenance program specifications and work instructions through all phases of program development through execution
Led staff of 6 Managers and 79 Exempt Professionals across six functional areas:
Program Development & Optimization Team
Operational / Technical Support Team
Project Management Team
Operational Performance Data Analysis Team
Training-Quality-Standards Team
Technical Publications Team
Implemented numerous continual improvement initiatives to take advantage of cost savings and benefits associated with more efficient and effective programs Sr. Manager, Regulatory Programs, Southwest Airlines Sept 19 to Mar 22
Responsible for the overall management, development, administration and compliance oversight of FAA-approved programs, critical systems and projects through all phases of development through execution
Led implementation of 737 ETOPS program, APU-On Demand Program, Enhanced Aircraft Weight & Balance Program, Aging Aircraft Inspection Program, and development of ODA application framework Manager, Regulatory Programs & Publications, FedEx Air Ops Jan 13 to Sept 19
Responsible for the overall management, development, administration and compliance oversight of FAA-approved programs, critical systems and projects through all phases of development through execution
Responsible for the overall management, development, revision, administration and compliance oversight of all FAA accepted / approved Air Carrier policy & procedure and flight manuals within the air carrier manual system
Led standardization team to convert all regulatory and flight manuals, and associated forms to an electronic publishing and record keeping system
Eliminated two-year Document Change Request (DCR) backlog Manager, Air Operations Internal & Supplier Audits, FedEx Air Ops Jun 06 to Jan 13
Responsible for the management and administration of internal and external supplier audits of all Air Operations activities, including aircraft line maintenance, aircraft fueling, fuel facilities, deice operations, ramp operations, and component repair and overhaul suppliers
Managed supplier oversight from pre-award audit through program execution
Audit and validate supplier management activities for compliance to company policies, legal requirements, customer specifications, manufactures requirements, and adherence to statements of work to include repair and service orders
Led implementation of IOSA certification
Coordinator for all audits performed by external entities (DoD, IOSA, ISO)
Lead auditor for auditing and certifying sub-contractors for Department of Defense (DOD) contracts
Manager, Quality & Airframe Vendor Oversight, FedEx Air Ops Jan 03 to Jun 06
Responsible for the management, oversight and surveillance of external aircraft heavy maintenance & modifications vendor activities, facilities, and operations to ensure compliance with federal regulations, contractual requirements, and company policies and procedures, and customer specifications
Managed a staff of on-site Quality Assurance representatives based worldwide at both domestic and international Part 145 heavy substantial maintenance & modification providers
Managed a staff of on-site quality reps at Boeing assembly line for new aircraft being manufactured and delivered to FedEx
Interfaced daily with the vendor leadership team, Air Operations department leadership, and federal regulators to build consensus and teamwork between organizations and ensure compliance with regulatory and business requirements
Project leader in the development and implementation of a surveillance tool and database in collaboration with the FAA, NTSB, and Clemson University for implementation and use by the aviation industry Senior Aircraft Maintenance Program Administrator, FedEx Air Ops Apr 01 to Jan 03
Responsible for the overall development, revision, and administration of the DC-10 and MD-10 aircraft scheduled maintenance program
Adjusted scheduled maintenance requirements and intervals based on analysis of reliability data and aircraft / component performance data
Responsible for interpreting, converting, and developing engineering, regulatory, and manufacturing technical data into maintenance program requirements
Interfaced with regulatory agencies on maintenance program matters
Performed technical and compliance audits of aircraft maintenance program specifications, aircraft records, and regulatory documents to ensure continued airworthiness and legal fitness
Visited heavy maintenance facilities to conduct on-site analysis of maintenance program effectiveness and solicit customer feedback on ways to improve the program
DC-10 and MD-10 Industry Steering Committee Chairman Senior Aircraft Maintenance Program Specialist, FedEx Air Ops Oct 96 to Apr 01
Responsible for the development, revision, task planning, scheduling, and compliance of the DC-10 and MD-10 aircraft scheduled maintenance program work instruction cards
Interpreting, converting, and developing engineering, regulatory, and manufacturing technical data and specifications into clear concise work instructions for use by aircraft mechanics and other aviation professionals
Project lead on DC-10 to MD-10 transition
Project lead on MSG2 to MSG3 transition
Aviation Maintenance Instructor, United States Marine Corps Mar 93 to Oct 96
Responsible for developing and providing oral and practical aircraft maintenance training to Navy, Marine, and International military students
Writing course curriculum, designing tests, evaluating instructional materials, and counseling students on personal, professional, and academic matters
Developed maintenance training programs for airframes and related systems, including maintenance publications
Master Training Instructor certification
Instructor Trainer / Evaluator
Instructor of the Year, 1994, 1996
Aviation Maintenance Technician / Inspector, United States Marine Corps Dec 86 to Mar 93
Responsible for maintaining F4-S and F/A-18C fighter aircraft. Performed scheduled and unscheduled maintenance, inspection, and troubleshooting on all Airframe and Powerplant related systems and components
Qualified/certified in the following areas: Airframe and Powerplant related systems, Quality Assurance Representative, Quality Control Inspector (CDI), Maintenance Controller, Line Maintenance Troubleshooter, Corrosion Control, and Engine/APU run-up